That's the backyard and we were making a spot on the deck for Truman to use. We got 18 inches and drifts of 3 ft. Ugghh....I keep shoveling driveway end so my freaking PLAN of backing it in to a certain spot will still work.

Pay attention to your vet's restrictions and follow them to the letter. Truman will protect his bad leg, it's up to YOU to protect his OTHER leg, which will bear the brunt of two legs as he compensates. Keep him on leash, all the time, whenever he's not crated. I'm sure you're aware that 50% of the cases require a second surgery to correct the other knee, usually due to owner's not following restrictions.

He will get a little "cabin fever" and it's up to you to mitigate that and keep him as low key as possible. We gave a ton of tramadol for the first few weeks just to make sure Connor was as comfortable as possible. Ace is not a great idea, as it creates a LOT of uncoordination/confusion which isn't a good thing in a three legged dog trying to protect a fresh and painful surgical repair.

Good luck.

Demo Dick

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Joyce, you have been here and know what to do. You have some pretty handy things to help you out with his walking. I know everything is going to be just fine with Truman. You know that I am sending as many good thoughts and prayers as possible for Truman. Plenty of thoughts of mojitios for you

Everything will be fine and you will be wonderful. You have it all planned out and you are good enough to wing it when you need. We are here if you need us...and yep have everything on hand for a really good mojito.

Lots of good thoughts for pony and you today. Don't worry, he will adapt and you will adapt and all will be well. Heed Demo's advise and don't let him overdo, hard as that may be as he begins to feel better.